In: Anatomy and Physiology
There are numerous examples of cell and tissue modifications that amplify the surface area of specific structures. For each of the following structures identify the modification and briefly describe how it increases surface area with respect to the structure listed. What is the functional significance of the specialization? Confine your answers to the boxes.
The modification How does it increase functional
surface area
Skeletal muscle fibers |
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An epithelial cell |
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Osteoclast |
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Circulatory system structure |